UFC 290 didn’t disappoint the fans. In the main event of the night, featherweight champion, Alexander Volkanovski, crushed the tough Yair Rodriguez with a stunning third-round TKO. But the after-party was equally exciting, with many big names attending.
At the after-party, Shaquille O’Neal’s 26-year-old son had a clear showdown with the terrifying UFC middleweight champion, Israel Adesanya. The proud father looked over, as his son Myles handled it all.
Myles and Israel Adesanya square off at the party
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The night was still young. Myles’ unique UFC debut as a DJ was the cause of celebration at the Encore Beach Club, apart from the success UFC 290 witnessed. Proud papa, Shaquille O’Neal and his son deejayed together, while the crowd went crazy over their beats. Myles O’Neal kicked off the night, igniting a raging atmosphere. Soon after, DJ Diesel jumped in with his set.
The show went on for a long time, allowing Myles to meet more decorated fighters. Among them was Israel Adesanya. ‘The Last Stylebender’ recently made headlines for his outlandish and uncharacteristic octagon interview while confronting Dricus Du Plessis, the number one contender for the middleweight title.
Myles and Adesanya came face to face in typical UFC style. As each guy approached the other, their eyes never wavered. It was a classic stare-down, at least until both of them broke into laughter.
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Both even recreated Adesanya’s signature bow and arrow celebration move. It was the same move the champion showcased after he knocked out his arch-rival, Alex Pereira, and got back his prestigious title.
After making his way down to the Encore Beach Club, Adesanya partied hard with the father-son duo. And much like his father, Myles too, has a flair for the dramatics. He knew how to make this moment memorable.
Myles’ debut went immensely well. Both he and his father managed to entertain the masses and live up to their reputations. They were truly the life of the party.
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